18There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword; but the tongue of the wise is health.
19The lip of truth shall be established for ever; but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
20Deceit is in the heart of them that devise evil; but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
21There shall no mischief befall the righteous; but the wicked are filled with evil.
22Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD; but they that deal truly are His delight.
23A prudent man concealeth knowledge; but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
24The hand of the diligent shall bear rule; but the slothful shall be under tribute.
25Care in the heart of a man boweth it down; but a good word maketh it glad.
26The righteous is guided by his friend; but the way of the wicked leadeth them astray.
27The slothful man shall not hunt his prey; but the precious substance of men is to be diligent.
28In the way of righteousness is life, and in the pathway thereof there is no death.
Proverbs 12
Proverbs 12:18-28